APS135 Skills for Biologists 1 (30 credits)

Year Running: 2016/2017

Credit level: F4

Pre-requisites for		APS222 (when the module is running)
Pre Uni Qualification		A-Level Biology or Equivalent Scientific Qualification
Additional Information		Restricted to Programmes APSU03, APSU05, APSU06, APSU13, APSU14, APSU15, APSU16, APSU17, APSU24, APSU25, APSU29.Only available to Animal and Plant Sciences Students.

Description

The Skills for Biology module introduces students to the fundamentals of scientific writing, presentation skills, practical skills, experimental design and data analysis, information technology, the role of science in society and career development. Concepts will be introduced in a series of lectures and seminars that students will then develop through practical sessions and independent study using printed and online module material and activities. Key transferable skills will then be developed and integrated using small group tutorials.

Reading List

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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type	Hours
Independent	233.0
Lab	30.0
Lecture	6.0
Other	2.0
Problem Solving	9.0
Seminar	3.0
Tutorial	15.0

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type	Duration	% of formal assessment	Semester
Course Work	0.0	34 %
Other	0.0	66 %

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2024-25.